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
45867E
RGB
69, 134, 126
HSL
173, 32%, 40%
HSB
173, 49%, 53%
CMYK
49, 0, 6, 47
LAB
51, -23, -2
LCH
51, 23, 186
OKLCH
0.57, 0.07, 185
XYZ
15, 20, 23
LUV
51, -29, 0
HWB
173, 27%, 47%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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