Water Soluble LAUNDRY BAGS
FOR HOSPITALS AND HEALTHCARE

  • INFHIDRO manufactures a wide range of high-performance water soluble laundry bags made from PVA (also known as PVOH) specifically engineered for the safe handling and containment of contaminated hospital textiles. Our dissolvable laundry bags allow soiled linens to be placed directly into industrial washing machines without manual emptying, significantly reducing cross-contamination risks and protecting healthcare personnel.

  • Designed for controlled dissolution during the wash cycle, our bags completely dissolve at predetermined temperatures without leaving residues in fabrics, water systems, or washing equipment. Available in multiple sizes, thicknesses and solubility grades, INFHIDRO laundry bags provide reliable infection control solutions for hospitals, clinics, nursing homes and commercial healthcare laundries.

PVOH bags used in professional laundry operations

Cold Water Soluble Laundry Bags

  • Cold water dissolvable laundry bags are designed to dissolve at low temperatures, typically between 15°C and 30°C, making them ideal for pre-wash or low-temperature disinfection protocols. These bags ensure safe containment of contaminated linens during transport and handling, while dissolving completely once exposed to water during the washing cycle.

  • Standard dimensions include 66 × 84 cm (26 × 33 inches), commonly used for general hospital applications with an approximate capacity of 60 liters, and 71 × 99 cm (28 × 39 inches), designed for larger loads with a capacity of approximately 100 liters. Typical film thickness ranges from 20 to 25 microns, offering an optimal balance between mechanical resistance and controlled dissolution. Custom sizes can be manufactured upon request.

Hot Water Soluble Laundry Bags

  • Hot water soluble linen bags are formulated to remain stable during storage and handling, dissolving only when exposed to higher washing temperatures, typically above 45°C–60°C. This controlled dissolution ensures maximum safety during transport and loading while guaranteeing complete dispersion during the main wash cycle.

  • Available in standard dimensions of 66 × 84 cm (26 × 33 inches) with an approximate capacity of 60 liters, and 71 × 99 cm (28 × 39 inches) with a capacity of around 100 liters, these bags are commonly produced in 20 or 25 micron thicknesses to meet hospital handling requirements. Additional specifications and custom formats can be developed according to institutional needs.

Key Features of Our PVA Laundry Bags

Available in Multiple Sizes

With or Without Tie Tape

Supplied Folded or On Rolls

Custom Printable Options

Different Colors for Classification

Non-Toxic and Biodegradable

How to Use PVOH Laundry Bags

Technical Specifications of Water Soluble Laundry Bags

Series Model Application Format / Sizes Thickness Temperature Dispersion Time
Premium (E) EHF-COLD Healthcare Laundry Bags (66×84 cm / 71×99 cm or custom size) 20 μm Cold Water 40s (25°C)
Standard (C) CBH-COLD Healthcare Laundry Bags (66×84 cm / 71×99 cm or custom size) 22 μm Cold Water 18s (25°C)
Premium (E) EHC-HOT Healthcare Laundry Bags (66×84 cm / 71×99 cm or custom size) 17 to 20 μm Hot Water 20s (65°C)
Standard (C) CBH-HOT Healthcare Laundry Bags (66×84 cm / 71×99 cm or custom size) 22 μm Hot Water 20s (65°C)

Contaminated linen or textiles are placed directly into the bag inside the isolation area and sealed with its water-soluble tie tape. The sealed bag is loaded directly into the industrial washing machine without opening or handling dirty linen, eliminating infection risks for healthcare staff. During the wash cycle, the bag dissolves completely leaving no residue on garments or machinery.

Cold Water (COLD): Designed to dissolve in low-temperature wash or pre-wash cycles (from 5°C to 30°C), preventing organic or blood stains from mechanically setting into fabrics.

Hot Water (HOT): Formulated to activate in high-temperature washes (45°C to 70°C), offering higher stability during transport and storage in hot climates or high humidity environments before entering the washing machine.

Yes, completely. Made from polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH), they are non-toxic and biodegrade in water into CO₂, water, and biomass within a few weeks.

Yes, full regulatory documentation—including official independent REACH/SVHC test certificates (SGS), Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), and Technical Data Sheets (TDS)—is supplied upon request to support your healthcare compliance processes and inspections.

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