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
6E9682
RGB
110, 150, 130
HSL
150, 16%, 51%
HSB
150, 27%, 59%
CMYK
27, 0, 13, 41
LAB
59, -18, 6
LCH
59, 19, 161
OKLCH
0.64, 0.05, 163
XYZ
21, 27, 25
LUV
59, -20, 11
HWB
150, 43%, 41%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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