Frequently Asked Questions about Canned Tuna in Australia

---

In Dhivehi, "Masverin" means "fishermen." The name MASVERIN honours the hardworking fishermen who rise before dawn to catch tuna one by one, preserving a fishing tradition passed down through generations.

MASVERIN is an Australian brand founded in Sydney by two Maldivians who missed the taste of fresh Maldivian tuna and wanted to share it with Australian families.

Single Origin: 100% Maldivian skipjack tuna. One pristine ocean, one unmistakable flavour.

Sustainably Caught: Pole and line and hand line only. No nets, so bycatch is very low.

Premium Cut: A grade tuna with A grade cleaning. No skin, no bones, just prime fillet.

Low Mercury, Lab Tested: MASVERIN uses smaller skipjack, naturally lower in mercury, and lab tested for mercury against FSANZ guidelines. Ideal for health conscious diners.

One Island: Caught by Maldivian pole and line fishers and packed on Maandhoo, one tiny island.

Naturally Healthy: Lean protein, clean label, lab tested for mercury, and rich in omega-3.

Authentic Maldivian Flavour: Bringing island taste to Australian cafés, homes and specialty stores.

S

Both are steak cut skipjack tuna. Tuna in Olive Oil has a mild, smooth flavour that suits everyday meals. Tuna in Extra Virgin Olive Oil is packed in extra virgin olive oil, which has a stronger, fruitier flavour that works well on salads and toast.

Mas-Huni is a traditional Maldivian breakfast of tuna mixed with coconut, onion, chilli and lime. Eat it straight from the can with roti or flatbread, on toast or crackers, or stirred through rice. See the Mas-Huni Recipe page for more ideas.

Yes. MASVERIN tuna is pole and line caught in Maldivian waters and canned within days at a cannery on the same island (see photos below). This single origin process locks in freshness, supports local fishers, and means every tin is genuinely "Maldives from ocean to can."

Scan the QR code on the can, or open the Trace Your Can page on this website, and match the lot number printed on your can. It shows the boat that caught your tuna and the catch date. The same QR code also lets you share feedback or leave a Google review.

Yes. Net fishing for tuna is banned in the Maldives, so MASVERIN tuna is caught one by one by pole and line or hand line. This selective method keeps bycatch very low and does not trap dolphins, turtles or sharks in nets.

MASVERIN tuna comes from a Maldivian pole and line fishery certified to the MSC Fisheries Standard, and is packed by an MSC Chain of Custody certified cannery. MASVERIN cans do not carry the MSC label yet, so MASVERIN does not sell them as MSC certified.

The Maldives does not allow purse seine (net) or longline fishing for tuna, so Maldivian tuna is caught by pole and line or hand line. MASVERIN tuna is caught this way, one fish at a time.

MASVERIN is canned within days of the catch being landed, in small batches on the same island where the boats come in. The cans then travel to Australia by sea, a journey of around 30 to 35 days, before reaching stores and kitchens.

Skipjack naturally carries less mercury than larger tuna species, and MASVERIN lab tests its tuna to keep levels well below Australian FSANZ guidelines.

The price reflects how MASVERIN is made: caught one fish at a time by pole and line, packed in small batches on the island where it is landed, steak cut with no skin or bones, and produced in low volumes. 

Keep unopened cans in a cool, dry cupboard. Refrigerate after opening and enjoy within 48 hours. Tuna in Olive Oil and Tuna in Extra Virgin Olive Oil have a shelf life of up to 5 years from the date of production, and Mas-Huni up to 18 months. Always check the best before date on the can.

MASVERIN uses skipjack, a smaller tuna species that is naturally lower in mercury than larger tuna. Food Standards Australia New Zealand advises that pregnant women, women planning pregnancy and children up to 6 years can eat 2 to 3 serves of fish a week, limiting only shark (flake), billfish, orange roughy and catfish. Canned tuna is not on that limit list. One serve is 150g for adults and 75g for young children. For personal advice, speak with your doctor or midwife.

Katsuwonus pelamis (skipjack). It’s fast-growing, abundant and sits low on the food chain, which keeps mercury levels lower than larger species like yellowfin and albacore tuna.

Yes. MASVERIN tuna is cooked during canning, so it is ready to eat straight from the can, cold or warmed through.

Protein varies between products, from more than 19g per can for Mas-Huni to more than 35g per can for Tuna in Olive Oil. Check the nutrition information panel on each can for the exact amount.

All MASVERIN products contain fish. Check the label on each can for full allergen information.

Yes. MASVERIN tuna is halal certified, and the halal logo is printed on the can.

Yes. The inside of every MASVERIN can is BPA free. Once empty, rinse the can and place it in your kerbside recycling bin.

Online at masverin.com.au with delivery Australia wide, and in store at Five Dock Meat Markets, selected QE Foodstores, Maugers Meats (Bowral and Moss Vale), the MASVERIN stall at Marrickville Organic Food Markets, and online through Organic Instinct. See the Stockists page for addresses and a map.

Email sales@masverin.com.au with a photo of the damage and your order number, and MASVERIN will replace or refund it, including postage. See the Return Policy page for more details.

Yes. Wholesalers and food-service venues can email sales@masverin.com.au for wholesale pricing.