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
46736D
RGB
70, 115, 109
HSL
172, 24%, 36%
HSB
172, 39%, 45%
CMYK
39, 0, 5, 55
LAB
45, -17, -2
LCH
45, 17, 186
OKLCH
0.52, 0.05, 185
XYZ
11, 15, 17
LUV
45, -21, 0
HWB
172, 27%, 55%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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