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
568481
RGB
86, 132, 129
HSL
176, 21%, 43%
HSB
176, 35%, 52%
CMYK
35, 0, 2, 48
LAB
52, -17, -4
LCH
52, 17, 192
OKLCH
0.58, 0.05, 191
XYZ
16, 20, 24
LUV
52, -22, -2
HWB
176, 34%, 48%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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