Shoof International Recalls Livestock Stunning Cartridges 9x17
Summary
Shoof International Ltd is recalling certain batches of RWS, Blitz, and Kerner branded 9mm livestock stunning cartridges (9x17) supplied in 50-pack formats across four colour variants. Affected batches are identified by 4-digit alphanumeric codes ending in N, O, P, Q, R, S, or T, or 10-digit codes beginning with DAG24K, DAG24L, DAG25A, DAG25B, DAG25C, or DAG25D. Due to a manufacturing defect, the cartridges can malfunction, discharge unintentionally, or explode during use, posing a risk of serious injury to users and damage to equipment. Consumers are instructed to stop using affected cartridges immediately, store them securely and separately from other substances per dangerous goods regulations, and return them to the place of purchase for a replacement. Contact Shoof International on 1800 121 801 or sales@shoof.com.au for further assistance. Products were sold nationally from 31 December 2021 to 10 April 2026.
“Due to a manufacturing defect, affected batches of cartridges can malfunction during use and discharge unintended or explode.”
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Shoof International Ltd is recalling specific batches of RWS, Blitz, and Kerner branded 9mm livestock stunning cartridges (9x17) supplied in 50-pack formats (Blue, Green, Yellow, Red). Affected batches carry 4-digit alphanumeric batch codes ending in N, O, P, Q, R, S, or T, or 10-digit alphanumeric codes beginning with DAG24K, DAG24L, DAG25A, DAG25B, DAG25C, or DAG25D. Due to a manufacturing defect, the cartridges can malfunction during use, discharging unintentionally or exploding. The hazard poses a risk of serious injury to users and damage to equipment.
Suppliers, distributors, and retailers who sold these products should expect consumer returns and should verify whether any remaining stock in their supply chain falls within the affected batch codes. Consumers in possession of affected cartridges must cease use immediately, store them separately per dangerous goods regulations, and return them to the place of purchase for replacement. PRA reference number 2026/20889 applies to this recall.
What to do next
- Stop using the cartridges immediately and store them securely and separately from other substances in accordance with dangerous goods regulations.
- Check the batch/lot number on the product.
- If your cartridges are affected, return them to the place of purchase for a replacement product.
- Contact Shoof International (Australia) if you require further assistance or information relating to the affected products.
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Recall published
23 April 2026
Topics
Industry, tools and machinery Farm equipment and supplies
Product description
RWS and Blitz and Kerner 9x17 Livestock Stunning Cartridges (9mm), supplied in 50 pack formats (Blue, Green, Yellow, Red)
Product Name Shoof SKU Barcode (EAN)
| Product Name | Shoof SKU | Barcode (EAN) |
| Captive Bolt Activator Blue 50pk | 201072 | 9417027004446 |
| Captive Bolt Activator Green 50pk | 201073 | 9417027010911 |
| Captive Bolt Activator Yellow 50pk | 201074 | 9417027022426 |
| Captive Bolt Activator Red 50pk | 210217 | 9417027167837 |
Affected products can be identified by batch/lot numbers printed on the packaging:
- 4-digit alphanumeric batch codes ending in: N, O, P, Q, R, S, or T
- 10-digit alphanumeric batch codes beginning with: DAG24K, DAG24L, DAG25A, DAG25B, DAG25C, or DAG25D Batch/lot numbers are located under the lid of the unit.
Brand
RWS, Blitz, Kerner See a list of
Reason the product is recalled
Due to a manufacturing defect, affected batches of cartridges can malfunction during use and discharge unintended or explode.
The hazards to consumers
Risk of serious injury to users or damage to equipment if the affected cartridges explode or discharge while in use.
What consumers should do
- Stop using the cartridges immediately and store them securely and separately from other substances in accordance with dangerous goods regulations.
- Check the batch/lot number on the product.
- If your cartridges are affected, return them to the place of purchase for a replacement product.
- Contact Shoof International (Australia) if you require further assistance or information relating to the affected products.
Contact
Shoof International Ltd
Call: 1800 121 801 Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 4:30pm
Email: sales@shoof.com.au
Visit: https://shoofdirect.com.au
Details to help identify the product
Supplier running the recall
Shoof International Ltd t/a Shoof
Who sold the product
Shoof Direct, AG Warehouse. AIIR, and other rural retailers.
Identifying numbers
SKU
201072, 201073, 201074, 210217
Other identifying numbers
Barcodes - EAN: 9417027004446, EAN: 9417027010911, EAN: 9417027022426, EAN: 9417027167837
Dates available for sale
31 December 2021
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10 April 2026
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Manufacturer country ID
Germany
Print supporting information
Recall advertisement.pdf 218.06 KB
Responsible regulators
Regulators are established or appointed by government. They enforce regulations and rules.
Quote PRA number 2026/20889 when contacting a regulator about this recall.
Recall and remedy questions
Contact the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission if you have:
- a question about the remedy being offered to you by the business that is responsible for managing this recall, or
- concerns about the way the business is managing this recall.
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