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
9CBFAE
RGB
156, 191, 174
HSL
151, 21%, 68%
HSB
151, 18%, 75%
CMYK
18, 0, 9, 25
LAB
74, -15, 5
LCH
74, 15, 163
OKLCH
0.77, 0.04, 164
XYZ
40, 47, 47
LUV
74, -18, 9
HWB
151, 61%, 25%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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