Water Soluble Cytotoxic Laundry Bag
Water Soluble Cytotoxic Laundry Bag
Water Soluble Cytotoxic Laundry Bag

Water Soluble Cytotoxic Laundry Bag

SKU: WSCY9971
Product Type: Laundry Bags
Size: 990 x 710 mm
Colour: Clear / Purple Printed
PCS: 200

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Description  

Eliminate staff contact with cytotoxic-contaminated linen. This water soluble laundry bag is loaded at the bedside, sealed, and placed directly into the washing machine. It dissolves completely at 70°C. No manual sorting. No bag removal. No exposure to chemotherapy residue.

Purple printing ensures instant identification as cytotoxic linen throughout the handling chain. The 990 x 710 mm bag fits standard hospital laundry trolleys and large linen loads from oncology wards and chemotherapy units.

At a Glance

Specification Details
Material PVOH (Polyvinyl Alcohol)
Dimensions 990 x 710 mm
Colour Clear with purple cytotoxic print
Dissolution Temperature 70°C
Closure Type Tie top
Carton Quantity 200 bags per carton
Residue None — no microplastics, marine safe
Delivery Fast Sydney dispatch

Perfect for: Oncology wards, chemotherapy units, haematology departments, and any facility handling linen contaminated with cytotoxic drugs.

 Product Details 
 Key Features+ 
  • Dissolves at 70°C — bag goes directly into washing machine with linen
  • 990 x 710 mm size fits standard hospital laundry trolleys and large linen loads
  • PVOH material is 3x stronger than LDPE at equivalent thickness
  • Purple cytotoxic printing ensures identification at every handling point
  • No bag removal — laundry staff never touch contaminated linen
  • Zero residue — no microplastics, fully biodegradable, marine safe
  • Room temperature stable — dissolves only in hot water above 70°C
  • 200 bags per carton for efficient stock management
 
 Why It Works for Infection Control+ 

For Nursing and Ward Staff

  • Load contaminated linen directly — no sorting, no handling
  • Tie top and place in trolley — single step at point of care
  • Purple print confirms cytotoxic status without reading labels
  • Bag stays intact in normal storage and transport conditions
  • Eliminates risk of accidental exposure during linen collection

For Laundry and Facility Managers

  • Bag dissolves in the wash — no staff touch contaminated linen
  • 200 bags per carton simplifies stock management
  • Consistent quality from Sydney warehouse stock
  • Reduces PPE requirements for laundry processing staff
  • No residue left in machine or on linen after wash cycle
 
 Use Cases+ 

Hospital Oncology and Chemotherapy Units

  • Patient gowns and bed linen after cytotoxic drug administration
  • Theatre drapes and linen from chemotherapy procedures
  • Ward linen where cytotoxic contamination is possible

Haematology Departments

  • Linen from bone marrow transplant units
  • Patient clothing and bedding from treatment areas

Day Oncology Centres

  • Chair covers and pillowcases from infusion chairs
  • Staff uniforms exposed to cytotoxic spills
  • Any linen requiring cytotoxic segregation before laundry
 
 
 Technical Specifications 
Feature Details
Material PVOH (Polyvinyl Alcohol)
Dimensions 990 x 710 mm
Colour Clear with purple cytotoxic print
Dissolution Temperature 70°C
Closure Type Tie top
Carton Quantity 200 bags per carton
Environmental No microplastics, fully biodegradable, marine safe
Suitable Use Cytotoxic-contaminated linen — oncology, chemotherapy, haematology
 
 Frequently Asked Questions 
 Does the bag need to be removed before washing?+ 

No. Place the sealed bag directly into the washing machine with the linen inside. The bag dissolves at 70°C during the wash cycle. No staff contact with contaminated linen is required.

 
 Will the bag dissolve if it gets damp in storage?+ 

No. The bag is room temperature stable and requires sustained hot water above 70°C to dissolve. Store in a cool, dry location away from direct moisture.

 
 Does PVOH leave any residue on the linen?+ 

No. PVOH dissolves completely into water with no microplastics and no residue on linen or inside the washing machine. It is fully biodegradable and marine safe.

 
 How do I seal the bag at point of care?+ 

Tie the top of the bag using a gooseneck twist. Fill to no more than three-quarters capacity to allow secure closure and safe transport to the laundry.

 
 What is the shelf life of the bags?+ 

Stored correctly in a cool, dry environment, PVOH laundry bags have a shelf life of 24 months. Keep away from moisture and direct sunlight.

 
 
 Why Zeropac & Related Products 

Why Zeropac

  • Consistent quality from a reliable PVOH supply chain
  • Sydney warehouse stock for fast delivery across Australia
  • Dissolvable packaging specialists with deep healthcare expertise
  • 200 bags per carton for efficient bulk procurement

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Shipping & Return  
Returns

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To be eligible for a return, your item must be unused and in the same condition that you received it. It must also be in the original packaging.

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Shipping

To return your product, you should mail your product to: DB Packaging Pty Ltd, Unit 3, 3-7 Carnegie Place, Blacktown NSW 2148 

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