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Not Kosher for Passover
**Not kosher for Passover.**
Brown sugar is refined white sugar with molasses added back in for color and flavor. Standard commercial brown sugar (e.g., Domino, C&H) uses molasses not certified for Passover, which may contain kitniyot grains (like cane derivatives processed with non-Passover equipment) or chametz contaminants. Only brown sugar with specific Passover certification (e.g., OU-P) is acceptable; plain "brown sugar" isn't. Evidence: Orthodox Union (OU) guidelines and Star-K kosher resources confirm kitniyot restrictions for Ashkenazi Jews during Pesach, excluding uncertified molasses-based products.
What is Kosher for Passover?
Foods that are kosher for Passover are foods that do not contain chametz or chametz residues.
What is Chametz?
Chametz is any food containing one of the five grains (wheat, barley, rye, oats, spelt) that has leavened.
Important Note
The information on this site is general only. Always consult with a rabbi or kosher expert.