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
31AC7A
RGB
49, 172, 122
HSL
156, 56%, 43%
HSB
156, 72%, 67%
CMYK
72, 0, 29, 33
LAB
63, -44, 16
LCH
63, 47, 160
OKLCH
0.67, 0.13, 162
XYZ
20, 32, 23
LUV
63, -48, 29
HWB
156, 19%, 33%
Pantone
364 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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