Halacha of Mashehu Chametz | Sheilot

Halacha of Mashehu Chametz

Question

Hi is the halacha of bitul bshishim by chametz only believed or even lchatchila?

Answer

Thank you for your question.

Chametz on Pesach is assur b’mashehu, meaning that even a tiny amount of chametz that falls into a dish on Pesach forbids the entire dish. 


Answered 6 April 2026 How answers are reviewed
Rabbi Avrohom Yishayah Harroch
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