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
55877B
RGB
85, 135, 123
HSL
166, 23%, 43%
HSB
166, 37%, 53%
CMYK
37, 0, 9, 47
LAB
52, -20, 1
LCH
52, 20, 178
OKLCH
0.58, 0.06, 177
XYZ
16, 21, 22
LUV
52, -24, 5
HWB
166, 33%, 47%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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