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A disposable cup for hand-washing and Kiddush

Question

Shalom u’vrachah, and mo’adim l’simchah. When there are only disposable cups, which is preferable for hand-washing and for a cup of blessing: a plastic cup or a cardboard cup?

Answer

Shalom u’vrachah 

Initially, there is no difference. 

If it is used for extended use, such as several people washing their hands, a cardboard cup ceases to be watertight and is invalid. A plastic cup remains watertight and valid. 

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