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
ABCCBE
RGB
171, 204, 190
HSL
155, 24%, 74%
HSB
155, 16%, 80%
CMYK
16, 0, 7, 20
LAB
79, -14, 3
LCH
79, 14, 167
OKLCH
0.82, 0.04, 168
XYZ
48, 56, 57
LUV
79, -17, 7
HWB
155, 67%, 20%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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