May a Jew instruct a non-Jew in the fifth hour or earlier to acquire additional chametz speculatively for possible purchase after Passover?

PesachChametz Law

Synopsis

Before Passover (specifically by the fifth hour), a Jew may ask a non-Jew to acquire extra chametz with the understanding he might purchase it after Passover if needed, but may not sell or give it to him on condition.

Early Acharonim
Lenient
Strict
Lesser cited
Major authority

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