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
496C60
RGB
73, 108, 96
HSL
159, 19%, 35%
HSB
159, 32%, 42%
CMYK
32, 0, 11, 58
LAB
43, -15, 3
LCH
43, 15, 171
OKLCH
0.50, 0.04, 171
XYZ
10, 13, 13
LUV
43, -17, 6
HWB
159, 29%, 58%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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