Abstract: The disclosure provides improved vent filters useful in single-use in-line transfusion systems. In a first aspect, the disclosure provides filter comprising (i) a layer comprising a fluoropolymer membrane and (ii) a layer comprising at least two air-permeable thermoplastic polymeric layers, the air-permeable thermoplastic polymeric layers comprised of a first polymeric layer and a second polymeric layer, wherein the first polymeric layer is in bonded contact with the fluoropolymer membrane, possesses a melting point of about 95° C. to about 180° C., and wherein the second polymeric layer is in bonded contact with the first polymeric layer and has a melting point of about 220° C. to about 265° C. These filters exhibit excellent bonding strength between the various layers while preserving a considerable amount of the original fluoropolymer membrane air flux.

Abstract: The disclosure provides a process for preparing an oleophobic fluoropolymer emulsion. The resulting fluoropolymer emulsion has excellent hydrophobic and oleophobic modification ability (as coatings) on polyester fibers such as polyester (PET), polypropylene (PP) and woven and nonwoven fabrics. Accordingly, the woven and nonwoven materials so coated are useful in venting filter applications.

Abstract: The disclosure provides an improved process for preparing oleophobic fluoropolymers. The resulting fluropolymers were found to be effective in imparting hydrophobic and oleophobic properties to porous polymeric membranes such as PTFE. The treated PTFE membrane can reach an oleophobic level of 6 or above, (according to the AATCC-118-1997 oil repellency test method) with a low air flux loss.