The Federal Government's decision to holdup beef imports from countries affected by mad cow disease did not face any backlash.

On March 1, a 10-year ban on beef imports from countries that have had bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE) was lifted.

Trade Minister, Simon Crean, on Monday, said that there had been no official complaints from trading associates since the decision, but there had been questions.

Mr. Crean told correspondents in Canberra, "There have been representations made by the US, the EU, Canada - informal representations - essentially seeking further information, and we are dealing with those".

According to the bill, an Import Risk Analysis should be carried out before any beef is imported and last week, and the Federal Government agreed to do so.

This will put a stop to beef coming into Australia from BSE-affected countries for up to two years.

Due to lack of support from Labor, the bill will not pass the House of Representatives.