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
467572
RGB
70, 117, 114
HSL
176, 25%, 37%
HSB
176, 40%, 46%
CMYK
40, 0, 3, 54
LAB
46, -17, -4
LCH
46, 18, 192
OKLCH
0.53, 0.05, 191
XYZ
12, 15, 18
LUV
46, -22, -2
HWB
176, 27%, 54%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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