Fully Soluble PVA Laundry Sacks — Zero Residue Contaminated Laundry SolutionThe Glove Club’s Fully Soluble Laundry Sacks represent the gold standard in contaminated laundry management for healthcare environments. Unlike standard soluble strip laundry sacks — where only the strip dissolves and the bag remains — these sacks are manufactured entirely from Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA), a water-based synthetic polymer that dissolves completely in hot water at 60°C, leaving absolutely zero residual plastic material in the washing machine or drain.Compliant with CFPP01-04 — the current UK Department of Health guidance for the safe handling of contaminated laundry replacing HSG (95)18 — and biodegradable, these sacks provide the safest, most environmentally responsible solution for contaminated laundry handling in NHS hospitals, care homes, nursing sectors, and professional laundry services. Measuring 660mm x 840mm with a securing tie for airtight sealing, these sacks are supplied in convenient rolls of 50.Key Features & Benefits100% Fully Soluble — Zero Residual WasteThe defining advantage of these sacks over soluble strip alternatives is that the entire sack construction dissolves completely at 60°C — not just a strip. This eliminates the need for laundry staff to handle, remove, or dispose of any residual plastic bag material after washing, significantly reducing the risk of cross-contamination at the point of laundry processing and eliminating plastic waste from the laundry cycle entirely.CFPP01-04 CompliantFully compliant with CFPP01-04 — the current UK Department of Health guidance document for the safe handling of contaminated laundry in healthcare premises, replacing the previous HSG (95)18 standard. Essential for NHS Trusts, care homes, and healthcare laundry services operating under CQC inspection requirements.Biodegradable PVA ConstructionManufactured from Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA) — a water-based, biodegradable synthetic polymer that breaks down safely in the wash without releasing harmful microplastics or chemical residues into the water supply. An environmentally responsible choice for healthcare organisations committed to sustainable procurement and reducing single-use plastic waste.High Tensile Strength — Suitable for Wet LinenDespite its soluble properties, PVA provides high tensile strength — making these sacks fully capable of safely containing wet, heavily soiled, or bulky healthcare linen during collection, transit, and storage without tearing, splitting, or compromising the contamination barrier prior to washing.Securing Tie for Airtight SealingEach sack includes a securing tie that creates an airtight seal once filled — preventing the escape of infectious fluids, airborne bacteria, and contaminants during collection, transit, and storage prior to laundering, protecting staff and the wider environment throughout the entire laundry workflow.Protection Against InfectionProvides effective protection against airborne bacteria and infectious bodily fluids — safeguarding laundry staff, care workers, and patients from exposure to potentially hazardous contaminants present in used healthcare linen and clothing at every stage of the laundry process.Convenient Roll FormatSupplied in rolls of 50 sacks — making dispensing quick and straightforward at the point of use, reducing waste, and supporting tidy, organised storage in linen rooms, sluice areas, and laundry facilities.How Do Fully Soluble Sacks Differ From Soluble Strip Sacks?FeatureFully Soluble Sacks (FSLS)Soluble Strip Sacks (RSLS)Dissolves in wash✅ Entire sack⚠️ Strip only — bag remainsResidual material post-wash✅ Zero⚠️ Bag requires disposalStaff handling of bag post-wash✅ Not required⚠️ RequiredBiodegradable✅ Yes — PVA❌ NoWash temperature60°C minimumApproximately 20°CInfection control risk at point of washing✅ Minimal⚠️ HigherTypical ApplicationsNHS Hospitals & Trusts — Contaminated Laundry HandlingCare Homes & Nursing HomesResidential & Supported Living ServicesProfessional Healthcare Laundry ServicesInfection Control Laundry Protocols
