Tearing on the Hills of Judea and the Temple

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Question

A person lent a cigarette to his friend and asked for a deposit of 10 shekels, stating that if it is not returned by the end of the day, he will take it. Is this considered interest?

Answer

It is forbidden.

Source

Shulchan Aruch, Yoreh De'ah, Siman 177

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