UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
Notice of Effectiveness
Effectiveness Date:	January 12, 2011 1:00 P.M.

Form:	S-4
CIK: 0001002590 Company Name: STAR GAS PARTNERS LP File Number: 333-171455
CIK: 0001223037 Company Name: STAR GAS FINANCE CO File Number: 333-171455-01