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Selling Chametz Explained

What's Chametz?

Chametz is any food product made from of wheat, barley, rye, oats, spelt or its derivatives. During Passover it's a mitzvah to get rid of chametz, as it says, "You shall eat nothing leavened, in all your settlements you shall eat unleavened bread." (Ex. 12:20) 

beverages made rom chametz

Owning Chametz is Prohibited

In addition to not eating chametz, or benefiting from chametz on Passover, Jews are also not permitted to OWN any chametz during Passover. 

What do I do With my Chametz?

Sometimes we own chametz we can't or don't want to dispose of permanently, i.e. a whiskey collection, warehouse of cookies, or cases of brownie mix. In the 16th century Jewish scholars created a mechanism called "mechirat chametz" to help people follow the laws of Passover, without incurring great financial losses. 

Mechiras Chametz, Selling Your Chametz

Mechiras Chametz, Chametz Sale, is a binding and legal sale of chametz that can be performed before the holiday to a non-Jew. We promise to buy it back after the holiday. While this seems like a loophole, it's a real and binding sale, and ensures we celebrate Passover properly! (The sale is a complex legal procedure that you should not try at home.)

Frequently Asked Questions

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Does the rabbi buy the chametz?

No

Contrary to a widespread misconception, Rabbis do not buy the chametz. The individual participating in the sale appoints his Rabbi as an agent to sell his chametz to a non-Jew on Erev Pesach. 

Do I have to sell the Chametz at my business?

Yes

Chametz that is owned by a Jewish business must also be sold for the duration of Passover.

Do I have to take the Chametz out of my house or storage?

No

Place all the chametz in a secure location on your property, and coverthe area so it is not visible. If storing on shelves, use paper or other material to cover the shelves containing Chametz.

Can I sell chametz in my perishable items?

Yes

If you are including perishable chametz in your sale, indicate it's location on the chametz sale form, and ensure it's and in a cannot be accidentally accessed during Passover.

Sale of Chometz Form / Mechiras Chometz

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