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
709894
RGB
112, 152, 148
HSL
174, 16%, 52%
HSB
174, 26%, 60%
CMYK
26, 0, 3, 40
LAB
60, -15, -3
LCH
60, 15, 190
OKLCH
0.65, 0.04, 188
XYZ
23, 28, 32
LUV
60, -20, -1
HWB
174, 44%, 40%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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