Hot Water Soluble Laundry Bag Dispenser Pack

Eliminate Cross-Contamination in Infectious Laundry Handling

Protect laundry staff from hazardous materials while streamlining your infection control processes. This hot water soluble laundry bag completely dissolves in washing machines at 60°C or higher, eliminating the need to handle contaminated linen or remove bags before washing.

The PVOH (polyvinyl alcohol) construction is 3 times stronger than traditional plastic bags during handling, yet fully dissolves within 2 minutes in hot wash cycles, leaving zero residue in your pipes or machines. Unlike traditional plastics, PVOH is non-toxic and marine safe, breaking down completely without harming waterways or aquatic ecosystems.

Why It's the Right Choice for Infection Control

For Laundry & Housekeeping Staff

• Tear-away PVOH tie for quick, secure sealing without touching bag contents
• Complete dissolution in hot water removes handling risks during wash process
• Zero plastic residue eliminates manual extraction from machines
• 3× stronger than standard plastic bags prevents tears during transport
• Clear identification reduces sorting errors at collection points

For Infection Control & Facility Managers

• Replaces red alginate bags that leave plastic residue requiring manual removal
• 54-litre capacity (840 × 660mm) handles full bedding sets and large loads
• Compatible with all commercial washing machines and standard hot wash cycles
• Reduces cross-contamination risk across aged care facilities, hospitals, and hotels
• Non-toxic, marine safe PVOH protects waterways and supports environmental responsibility
• Supports compliance with infection prevention and control standards

Key Features

• 100% water-soluble PVOH material that completely dissolves
• Non-toxic and marine safe - breaks down without harming aquatic life
• Dissolves in 2 minutes at 60°C or higher
• Tear-away tie made from soluble PVOH
• 840mm × 660mm dimensions (54-litre capacity)
• 3× stronger than traditional plastic during handling
• No residue left in pipes, drains, or washing machines
• Clear material for easy visual verification

Use Cases

Healthcare & Aged Care Settings

• Hospitals processing infectious linen from isolation wards
• Aged care facilities handling soiled bedding and clothing
• Residential care homes managing daily laundry operations
• Healthcare laundries with high-volume contaminated textile processing

Hospitality Applications

• Hotels managing housekeeping laundry workflows
• Short-term accommodation facilities with on-site laundry
• Large hospitality groups requiring standardized infection control
• Facilities requiring zero-touch laundry handling protocols

How the Bag Protects Your Workflow

Staff place contaminated linen directly into the bag at the point of collection. The tear-away PVOH tie seals the bag without requiring contact with contents. Sealed bags go straight into washing machines without opening.

During the hot wash cycle (60°C+), the entire bag including the tie dissolves within 2 minutes. Clean linen emerges with zero plastic residue to remove from machines or pipes.

Superior Performance to Traditional Solutions

Traditional red alginate bags claim to dissolve but consistently leave plastic residue that clogs pipes and requires laundry staff to manually extract remnants from washing machines. This hot water soluble bag eliminates these issues entirely.

The PVOH material is 3 times stronger than standard plastic during dry handling, preventing tears when bags are transported from collection points to laundry facilities. Yet it completely breaks down in hot water, leaving absolutely no trace.

Environmental & Safety Profile

PVOH (polyvinyl alcohol) is non-toxic and marine safe. When the dissolved material enters wastewater systems, it breaks down naturally without releasing microplastics or harmful chemicals into waterways. This makes it a responsible choice for facilities committed to environmental stewardship alongside infection control.

Unlike traditional plastic bags that fragment into persistent microplastics, or alginate bags that leave problematic residue, PVOH completely dissolves and poses no threat to aquatic ecosystems.

Technical Specifications

Compliance and Standards

• Supports infection prevention and control protocols
• Compatible with AS/NZS 4146:2000 laundry practice standards
• Suitable for facilities requiring zero-touch contaminated linen handling
• Meets requirements for single-use infectious waste containment
• Non-toxic formulation supports environmental sustainability goals

Why Zeropac

• Complete dissolution with zero residue unlike competitor products
• Non-toxic, marine safe PVOH protects waterways
• Stable Sydney warehouse supply for consistent restocking
• Fast delivery across Australia for urgent facility needs
• Consistent batch quality ensures reliable performance
• Australian-owned business supporting local healthcare and hospitality sectors

Environmental Considerations

While not certified biodegradable or compostable, PVOH material is non-toxic and marine safe. It completely dissolves in water without leaving plastic particles, microplastics, or harmful chemical residues. The dissolved material passes through wastewater systems without clogging pipes, requiring physical removal, or harming aquatic ecosystems.

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FAQs

Will this bag leave residue in my washing machine like alginate bags?

No. This PVOH bag completely dissolves within 2 minutes in hot water (60°C+), leaving zero plastic residue in machines, pipes, or drains.

Is PVOH safe for the environment?

Yes. PVOH is non-toxic and marine safe. Unlike traditional plastics that break into harmful microplastics, PVOH dissolves completely without harming waterways or aquatic life.

How strong is the bag during handling?

The bag is 3 times stronger than traditional plastic bags during dry handling, preventing tears during transport from collection points to laundry facilities.

Does the tie also dissolve?

Yes. The tear-away tie is made from the same PVOH material and dissolves completely along with the bag during the wash cycle.

What water temperature is required?

The bag dissolves in water at 60°C or higher. Standard hot wash cycles in commercial washing machines achieve this temperature easily.

Can I use this bag in any commercial washing machine?

Yes. The bag is compatible with all commercial washing machines and standard hot wash cycles.

What size loads does this bag hold?

The 54-litre capacity (840 × 660mm) handles full bedding sets, multiple towels, clothing, and other large contaminated textile loads.

Will the dissolved material harm our wastewater system or local waterways?

No. PVOH is non-toxic and marine safe. It dissolves without creating microplastics or releasing harmful chemicals, making it safe for wastewater systems and downstream aquatic environments.