According to the Hanafi school, what goods are susceptible to riba al-fadl?

The concept of riba al-fadl refers to the prohibited increase in quantity or quality in certain types of exchangeable goods during transactions. In the Hanafi school, as well as in other Islamic traditions, specific goods are recognized as susceptible to riba al-fadl.

The Qur'an states: Allah hath blighted usury and made almsgiving fruitful. Allah loveth not the impious and guilty. 2:276. This verse highlights the distinction between permissible trade and prohibited usury.

The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ specified certain commodities that are susceptible to riba al-fadl, which typically include: 1. Gold 2. Silver 3. Wheat 4. Barley 5. Dates 6. Salt

As articulated in the hadith, Gold for gold is riba except if it is equal and hand to hand; silver for silver is riba except if it is equal and hand to hand; dates for dates are riba except if it is equal and hand to hand; barley for barley is riba except if it is equal and hand to hand. Sahih al-Bukhari 34:86SunniSAHIH.

According to the Hanafi jurisprudence, these goods must be exchanged in equal quantities and simultaneously to avoid riba al-fadl. Any increase or delay in the exchange can render the transaction invalid and sinful. This regulation serves to maintain fairness and prevent exploitation in financial dealings.