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
ACCFBC
RGB
172, 207, 188
HSL
147, 27%, 74%
HSB
147, 17%, 81%
CMYK
17, 0, 9, 19
LAB
80, -15, 5
LCH
80, 16, 160
OKLCH
0.82, 0.05, 162
XYZ
48, 57, 56
LUV
80, -18, 11
HWB
147, 67%, 19%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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