Psychology
Cyan reads as cool, clean, and slightly clinical — the color of clear water, ice, and sterile environments. Calming without the gravity of deep blue.
Meaning
Associated with technology, communication, and freshness. It's one of the four process inks, indirectly tying it to printing, screens, and infrastructure visuals.
Applications
Strong choice for tech, healthcare, and wellness products. Use bright cyan sparingly — it can overpower neighboring hues.
Conversion
HEX
305D57
RGB
48, 93, 87
HSL
172, 32%, 28%
HSB
172, 48%, 36%
CMYK
48, 0, 6, 64
LAB
36, -17, -2
LCH
36, 18, 185
OKLCH
0.44, 0.05, 184
XYZ
7, 9, 10
LUV
36, -19, 1
HWB
172, 19%, 64%
Pantone
316 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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