Hot Water Soluble Laundry Bag

Hot Water Soluble Laundry Bags – Reliable Hygiene for High-Risk Linen

In medical, aged care and commercial laundry environments, infection control and safe handling of soiled or infected laundry are top priorities. Zero Pac’s hot water soluble laundry bags are designed to reduce exposure risks, streamline laundry workflows, and enhance hygiene protocols, without compromising safety or sustainability.

These innovative bags are made from polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) and fully dissolve during hot water wash cycles, allowing contaminated linens to be washed without removing them from the bag. Whether handling medical garments, incontinence linen, or high-risk laundry from quarantine and healthcare settings, our hot water soluble bags offer an effective, trusted solution.

What Is a Hot Water Soluble Laundry Bag?

A hot water soluble laundry bag is a purpose-designed bag made from a special water-soluble film that dissolves completely when exposed to hot water during the laundry cycle, typically at temperatures of 60°C or higher. These bags are commonly used to isolate and transport soiled, infectious or contaminated linen, without requiring staff to open or handle contents before washing.

The bag is placed directly into the washing machine, where it dissolves during the hot water cycle, releasing the laundry inside for cleaning. This approach significantly reduces the risk of unnecessary handling, cross-contamination and helps hospitals, aged care facilities and laundries to meet strict hygiene standards.

How Do Hot Water Soluble Laundry Bags Work?

1. Place contaminated linen or garments directly into the bag.
2. Use the tear-away tie at the top to seal the bag securely.
3. Place the sealed bag directly into a commercial washing machine.
4. At 60°C or higher, the bag dissolves completely during the wash cycle.
5. Laundry is cleaned thoroughly while the bag disintegrates without leaving any residue.

What Are Hot Water Soluble Bags Made Of?

Zero Pac’s cytotoxic waste laundry bags are manufactured from polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH), a water-soluble, non-toxic polymer. PVOH is strong and durable when dry, yet dissolves quickly and safely in hot water, leaving no microplastics or residue.

This material is widely trusted in healthcare environments for its safe interaction with wastewater systems and its effectiveness in preventing cross-contamination.

Key Benefits of Zero Pac Cytotoxic Laundry Bags

• Improved Infection Control – Prevents direct contact with contaminated textiles
• Safe Handling – No need to open or touch soiled linen
• Tear-Away Tie – Easy-to-use built-in tie for secure closure
• Hot Water Soluble – Fully dissolves at 70°C+
• Residue-Free – Leaves no particles, plastic or harmful by-products
• Diverts Linen from Incineration – Enables reuse of cytotoxic linen
• Time Efficient – Simplifies laundry handling processes
• Compliance Friendly – Meets standards for cytotoxic waste handling

What Are Hot Water Soluble Laundry Bags Used For?

These bags are an essential part of handling contaminated or infectious linen in industries where safety and sanitation are paramount. Common use cases include:

• Hospitals and Healthcare – For isolating infectious or biohazardous linen from wards, surgeries and isolation rooms
• Aged Care Facilities – Ideal for handling incontinence sheets, medical uniforms and resident garments with minimal exposure
• Commercial Laundries – Allows for hygienic bulk processing of high-risk laundry from various clients
• Quarantine and Emergency Services – Used to safely handle garments exposed to biological contaminants
• Hotels and Hospitality (Post-Incident) – Enables hygienic handling of potentially contaminated bedding or towels

Why Zero Pac Bags Outperform Soluble Seam Laundry Bags

Unlike soluble seam bags, which leave waste behind, Zero Pac’s Hot Water Soluble Laundry Bags fully dissolve at 60°C+, eliminating extra handling and cross-contamination risks. With tear-away ties and total solubility, they offer a safer, smarter infection control solution—ideal for healthcare and high-risk settings. Trust Zero Pac for cleaner, more hygienic laundry management.