HiPP German Stage 2 Bio COMBIOTIK is an organic follow-on formula for babies from 6 months. It is designed for the second half of your baby's first year, used as part of a mixed diet alongside solids, after breastfeeding or after starting formula.
 

This is the stage where babies get busy: sitting, crawling, discovering food from the family table. HiPP German Stage 2 grows with a creamy, especially filling recipe, thanks to specially selected organic starch alongside lactose. It provides more iron than Stage 1, right when your baby's iron stores need topping up. Prebiotics and probiotics support the tummy, DHA at 13.6 mg per 100 ml (3.4 fl oz) supports brain and eyesight, and this clean organic recipe contains no added sugar, corn syrup, or soy.
 

This delicious follow-on milk is crafted in Germany and certified EU Organic (DE-ÖKO-001) with the HiPP Bio seal on top. It comes in a 600 g (21.2 oz) box with a resealable inner bag. The label is in German, so we translated the preparation instructions, feeding chart, and ingredient info into English here.
 

This formula is rated 4.9 stars by parents in our store. "She loves it, it's been such an easy transition for her. I definitely recommend!"
 

Key Facts at a Glance
 

• Age: from 6 months, as part of a mixed diet
• EU Organic plus the HiPP Bio seal
• More iron than Stage 1, right when your baby's own store runs low
• Organic starch for a creamy, especially filling bottle
• COMBIOTIK: prebiotics and probiotics working together, good for the tummy
• Metafolin®, a natural folate like the folate in breast milk
• DHA, 13.6 mg per 100 ml (3.4 fl oz), for brain and eyesight
• About 68 kcal per 100 ml (3.4 fl oz)
• No added sugar, no corn syrup, no soy, no GMOs
• Climate-neutral production, better for the environment

What Makes This Formula Special
 

Around 6 months, feeding changes. Purees and finger foods arrive, but milk still does most of the nutritional work, and an active baby needs a bottle that keeps up. HiPP German Stage 2 answers with a recipe that is deliberately more satisfying: next to lactose, the main carbohydrate, it contains specially selected organic starch that makes the feed creamy and especially filling for this age.
 

Iron is the other big change. Babies are born with an iron store built up during pregnancy, and that store slowly runs down over the first months. By around 6 months it needs topping up, so Stage 2 steps in with 1.0 mg of iron per 100 ml, noticeably more than Stage 1. Iron supports healthy blood, oxygen transport, and a fast-developing brain, and calcium and vitamin D work together for growing bones and the first teeth.
 

The heart of the recipe stays COMBIOTIK, HiPP's synbiotic combination of prebiotics and probiotics. The GOS prebiotic fibers feed the good bacteria already in your baby's gut, and the probiotic culture L. fermentum, originally found in breast milk, adds to them. HiPP also uses Metafolin® instead of ordinary folic acid, a natural premium folate in the same form found in breast milk, directly available so every baby can use it right away.
 

This formula carries the EU Organic and HiPP Bio seals. EU Organic is the legal baseline: organic feed, no GMOs, and EU animal-welfare rules. The HiPP Bio seal goes further and means extra lab checks for purity beyond what organic law requires. That is why every box also stays free of artificial flavors, colors, and preservatives.
 

Coming from HiPP German Stage 1? The step up is seamless: the same organic COMBIOTIK idea, now with more iron and a slightly heartier feed for a bigger appetite. Prefer a large can? HiPP Dutch Stage 2 offers the same COMBIOTIK blend in an 800 g can, usually the better value per gram. And from 10 months, HiPP German Stage 3 continues the range for the next phase.
 

Safety, Quality and Animal Welfare
 

Every batch goes through up to 260 safety checks before it leaves quarantine, from the raw materials to the finished box. HiPP tests far more residues than the law requires and only packs a batch if it meets HiPP's own tighter limits. This formula is made in a climate-neutral HiPP plant, and the cows used for this organic milk are raised under EU organic rules and spend as much time as possible outdoors, grazing on pasture.
 

EU baby formula follows strict European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) rules, including required DHA, staged iron by age, and no corn syrup solids. Those rules are a higher bar than FDA formula standards and apply to all EU and UK formulas we carry. Read more in our EU vs US formula guide.
 

Why Parents Trust HiPP German Stage 2
 

Many families switch to this formula mid-journey, and their transition stories stand out in our reviews. "Formula is great, and my baby had no issues switching to this at 9 months. We love how clean the ingredients are," one parent wrote. Another noticed real digestive relief: "Since starting this formula, we have seen decreased spit-ups and gas in our baby." A settled tummy, a satisfied baby, and clean ingredients are the pattern we hear again and again.
 

Why Choose HiPP German Stage 2 Bio COMBIOTIK?
 

• A heartier, especially filling feed made for the appetite of an older baby
• More iron exactly when the second half of year one demands it
• Prebiotics and probiotics support digestion while solids are introduced
• Organic from farm to box, with purity checks beyond the legal standard
• A seamless step up from Stage 1, with the same mild taste babies know

If your little one is 6 months or older and ready for a bottle that matches a growing appetite, HiPP German Stage 2 is the one to consider. It fills, it fuels, and it keeps the clean organic recipe you started with. A satisfied baby at the table, and peace of mind at yours.
 

Why Order from Organic Formula Shop?
 

Organic Formula Shop receives this formula directly from HiPP. It goes from the manufacturer to our temperature-controlled warehouse, then straight to you using our trusted partners. The supply chain is short, transparent, and reliable.
 

Because of our high order volume, we regularly receive fresh batches. Every box is 100% authentic and arrives in original sealed packaging with a guaranteed minimum 6-month shelf life. Your order ships with free express delivery in 2 to 4 business days, and the price you see already includes all customs and duties. We carefully pack every order to help prevent damage in transit. As one parent put it: "It arrived within 4 days, and the package was in perfect condition."
 

Our dedicated customer support can help with any questions from both US and EU time zones. Parents have left thousands of reviews, with a 4.9-star average, and we have shipped 250,000+ orders worldwide.
 

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• Formula calculator to see exactly how many boxes you need
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What's Included
 

• 600 g (21.2 oz) of formula powder in a resealable inner bag, good for 44 bottles of 100 ml (3.4 fl oz)
• Measuring scoop: 4.5 g (0.16 oz) per 30 ml of water
• Feeding chart with recommended amounts, around 5 milk or solid meals a day at this age
• About 68 kcal per 100 ml (3.4 fl oz) prepared
• Once opened, use the bag within 3 weeks
• German labeling, with our English preparation instructions and ingredient info
• HiPP uses the European date format (DD/MM/YYYY)

Frequently Asked Questions
 

What age is HiPP German Stage 2 for?
It is a follow-on formula from 6 months, used as part of a mixed diet alongside solid foods. From 10 months, HiPP German Stage 3 is the next step in the range.
 

What is the difference between German Stage 1 and Stage 2?
Stage 2 contains more iron because a baby's iron stores from birth need topping up around 6 months, plus a little more organic starch, making the feed creamier and especially filling for a bigger appetite. The organic COMBIOTIK base stays the same, so switching is seamless.
 

Does this formula contain probiotics?
Yes. HiPP German Stage 2 is a COMBIOTIK formula: GOS prebiotic fibers and the natural probiotic culture L. fermentum, originally found in breast milk, work together to support a healthy tummy.
 

Can I use it alongside breastfeeding and solids?
Yes. Stage 2 is made to fit a mixed diet: it works alongside continued breastfeeding and next to purees and finger foods. As full solid meals are introduced, you can gradually replace bottle feeds.
 

How long does one box last?
The 600 g (21.2 oz) box makes 44 bottles of 100 ml (3.4 fl oz), using the included scoop (4.5 g per 30 ml of water). Once opened, use the inner bag within 3 weeks. Our formula calculator shows exactly how many boxes you need for your baby's age.
 

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Skimmed milk*, vegetable oils* (palm oil*, rapeseed oil*, sunflower oil*), whey product*, lactose*, starch*, galacto-oligosaccharides* from lactose*, fish oil, calcium carbonate, potassium chloride, calcium orthophosphates, emulsifier lecithins*, sodium selenite, L-tyrosine, zinc sulfate, L-tryptophan, magnesium carbonate, vitamin C, iron sulfate, L-cystine, potassium iodate, sodium citrate, natural lactic acid cultures (Limosilactobacillus fermentum hereditum, CECT5716), vitamin E, niacin, copper sulfate, pantothenic acid, vitamin A, vitamin B1, vitamin B6, manganese sulfate, calcium-L-methylfolate (Metafolin), vitamin K, vitamin D, biotin.
 

* from organic production
- Calcium-L-methylfolate = Metafolin. Metafolin is a registered trademark of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany. Organic palm oil from sustainable cultivation, certified by independent control bodies.
- Contains DHA (legally required for follow-on formula).
- Packaged under protective atmosphere.
- Allergens: Contains milk (skimmed milk, whey product, lactose) and fish (fish oil).
 

Please note:
Organic Formula Shop strives to keep the information accurate; however, the manufacturer may change the package label, ingredients, and/or packaging style at any time without prior notice. Always check the packaging carefully and follow the instructions on your packaging, even if they differ from the information above.

Preparation for HiPP powdered formulas:

1. Wash your hands and sterilize the bottle, teat, and ring. Clean them thoroughly.
2. Boil fresh drinking water and let it cool. Do not prepare the formula with boiling or very hot water, as this may damage the natural lactic acid cultures.
3. Pour the correct amount of cooled boiled water into the sterilized bottle (see feeding chart).
4. Measure the recommended amount of powder. Fill the scoop loosely and level off. Add the powder to the water. Scoop size: 4.5g. Use 1 scoop per 30ml water.
5. Close the bottle and shake vigorously until the powder is fully dissolved.
6. Cool to drinking temperature, approximately 37°C (98°F). Test on the inside of your wrist before feeding. Close the inner bag tightly after each use. Use only the measuring scoop supplied in the box.

Important Information:

• Only use the scoop provided in the pack.
• Do not make feeds weaker or stronger than indicated by adding extra water/scoops, and do not add anything else to the milk.
• Always freshly prepare formula and do not prepare in advance. Use immediately, and discard leftovers at the end of the feed.
• Do not heat a bottle in a microwave, as hot spots may occur, which could cause scalding.
• All opened formulas should be used within 21 days. Never use a formula beyond its expiration date. The expiration date on the formula box/tin is listed according to European standards: day/month/year
• Avoid storing in areas of high heat or humidity.