SINGAPORE: The Agri-Food and Veterinary Authority (AVA) has ordered the recall of a batch of organic whole wheat biscuits made in Italy.

The affected product is Alce Nero Organic Whole Wheat Biscuits "Frollini Con Farina Integrale Biologica" (350g) with best before date of 23 January 2009.

The recall came after the European Commission alerted the AVA that the product had been tested and found to contain high peroxide value, an indication of degraded food quality which may result in rancidity, deterioration in taste and flavour.

Importers and retailers must recall the affected product from the market immediately, said AVA.

AVA advises consumers who have bought the affected product not to eat it.

- CNA/ir