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
52B296
RGB
82, 178, 150
HSL
163, 38%, 51%
HSB
163, 54%, 70%
CMYK
54, 0, 16, 30
LAB
66, -35, 5
LCH
66, 35, 171
OKLCH
0.70, 0.10, 172
XYZ
25, 36, 34
LUV
66, -42, 14
HWB
163, 32%, 30%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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