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
70BCA5
RGB
112, 188, 165
HSL
162, 36%, 59%
HSB
162, 40%, 74%
CMYK
40, 0, 12, 26
LAB
71, -29, 4
LCH
71, 29, 172
OKLCH
0.74, 0.08, 173
XYZ
31, 42, 42
LUV
71, -35, 11
HWB
162, 44%, 26%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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