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
9EE4E7
RGB
158, 228, 231
HSL
182, 60%, 76%
HSB
182, 32%, 91%
CMYK
32, 1, 0, 9
LAB
86, -22, -9
LCH
86, 24, 202
OKLCH
0.87, 0.07, 199
XYZ
56, 69, 86
LUV
86, -34, -10
HWB
182, 62%, 9%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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