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
55988D
RGB
85, 152, 141
HSL
170, 28%, 46%
HSB
170, 44%, 60%
CMYK
44, 0, 7, 40
LAB
58, -24, -1
LCH
58, 24, 183
OKLCH
0.63, 0.07, 182
XYZ
20, 26, 29
LUV
58, -30, 2
HWB
170, 33%, 40%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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