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
60A48D
RGB
96, 164, 141
HSL
160, 27%, 51%
HSB
160, 41%, 64%
CMYK
41, 0, 14, 36
LAB
62, -27, 5
LCH
62, 27, 170
OKLCH
0.67, 0.08, 170
XYZ
23, 31, 30
LUV
62, -32, 12
HWB
160, 38%, 36%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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