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
438170
RGB
67, 129, 112
HSL
164, 32%, 38%
HSB
164, 48%, 51%
CMYK
48, 0, 13, 49
LAB
49, -24, 3
LCH
49, 24, 174
OKLCH
0.56, 0.07, 174
XYZ
13, 18, 18
LUV
49, -28, 8
HWB
164, 26%, 49%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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