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
A9CCBE
RGB
169, 204, 190
HSL
156, 26%, 73%
HSB
156, 17%, 80%
CMYK
17, 0, 7, 20
LAB
79, -14, 3
LCH
79, 14, 168
OKLCH
0.82, 0.04, 169
XYZ
47, 55, 57
LUV
79, -18, 7
HWB
156, 66%, 20%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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