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
3BB497
RGB
59, 180, 151
HSL
166, 51%, 47%
HSB
166, 67%, 71%
CMYK
67, 0, 16, 29
LAB
66, -40, 5
LCH
66, 40, 173
OKLCH
0.70, 0.11, 174
XYZ
24, 36, 35
LUV
66, -48, 14
HWB
166, 23%, 29%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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