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
709082
RGB
112, 144, 130
HSL
154, 13%, 50%
HSB
154, 22%, 56%
CMYK
22, 0, 10, 44
LAB
57, -14, 4
LCH
57, 14, 166
OKLCH
0.62, 0.04, 166
XYZ
21, 25, 25
LUV
57, -16, 8
HWB
154, 44%, 44%
Pantone
Cool Gray 8 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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