FAQ

Sirena FAQs

I can’t find a use by date on the cans. Can I still use the product?

As per Australian packaging requirements, products with a three year shelf life do not require a use by date. However, please note we have records of all batch codes that reflect the use by date by product.

Does Sirena use Genetically Modified (GM) ingredients?

Do Sirena products contain MSG?

Do Sirena products contain preservatives?

Is Sirena packaging recyclable?

Yes, all of our products use recyclable packaging material – i.e. glasses, cans, and cardboards.

Do I need to refrigerate Sirena products after opening?

Yes, it is recommended to refrigerate all Sirena products in an air-tight container (not the can) and consume in two days of opening the can.

Is Sirena tuna dolphin friendly?

Yes. Sirena tuna is not caught using drift net methods. Tuna boat captains are required to sign certificates for each catch to confirm the catch was dolphin friendly.

Can I freeze remaining tuna?

Yes, Sirena tuna can be frozen for up to two months if removed from the can and placed in an air-tight container.

Is Sirena halal?

Some. Sirena Tuna in Oil, and Sirena Tuna in Springwater are halal certified. The Sirena Tuna Slices range are all halal certified. Please refer to individual cans.

What type of tuna is used in the Sirena brand?

The tuna that Sirena uses in its products comes from the genus Thunnus. This genus encompasses several species of Tuna, however Sirena uses Yellowfin and Tonggol tuna in its products.

What type of fishing methods does Sirena use?

All of the fish used in the Sirena products is fished using the Purse Seine method. No long line or illegal fishing vessel or methods are used with Sirena tuna.

Where does Sirena's tuna come from?

Sirena only uses fish caught within the approved fish catchment areas and does not accept tuna caught from overfished or illegal areas. The majority of Sirena Tuna is sourced from the Western Pacific Ocean.

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