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
49B985
RGB
73, 185, 133
HSL
152, 44%, 51%
HSB
152, 61%, 73%
CMYK
61, 0, 28, 27
LAB
68, -43, 17
LCH
68, 46, 159
OKLCH
0.71, 0.13, 160
XYZ
24, 38, 28
LUV
68, -47, 31
HWB
152, 29%, 27%
Pantone
364 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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