Loulouka Stage 1 was one of the most-searched European organic Stage 1 formulas among parents between 2018 and 2023, a Swiss organic line notable for using coconut oil as the primary fat source instead of palm oil, at a competitive price point. In 2024 Loulouka announced indefinite discontinuation; as of April 2026 the brand is no longer manufactured and no timeline for return has been published. Parents who chose Loulouka specifically for its compositional profile are actively looking for replacements. Bobbie Original is the US-retail option that matches most closely on palm-oil-free and organic certification, though the compositional paths differ.
Bobbie Original and Loulouka Stage 1 share the no-palm-oil positioning but come from different supply chains. Bobbie is USDA Organic, FDA- registered, and US-domestic at ~$2.94/oz, next-day retail. Loulouka was Swiss EU Organic and coconut-oil base at ~$1.45/oz with EU import logistics, now discontinued since 2024. For Loulouka parents needing an alternative, Bobbie is the closest no-palm US option; Kendamil Classic (UK whole-milk fat) is the closest no-palm EU alternative still available.
Why this comparison matters
Parents who chose Loulouka did so because the formulation was unusual: coconut oil as primary fat (not palm-olein-based like HiPP, Holle, Lebenswert), GOS prebiotic, Swiss EU Organic certification, at a price point below HiPP or Kendamil Organic. When Loulouka discontinued in 2024, the replacement search is narrow, few formulas match all those specifications.
This article documents the historical Loulouka compositional profile for reference and maps the current alternatives. Bobbie Original is the closest US-retail match for the palm-oil-free and organic attributes.
Important: discontinuation status
Loulouka Stage 1 was discontinued in 2024. Loulouka AG announced the indefinite halt in production in late 2024; the brand is no longer manufactured as of April 2026. Some resellers had remaining stock through early 2025 but these are now exhausted. If you have unused Loulouka tins purchased before the discontinuation, check the printed expiration date: Loulouka formulations typically carry 12-18 months shelf life from production.
For parents who relied on Loulouka, see the "Alternatives" verdict section below for the closest replacement options.
At a glance
| Dimension | Bobbie Original | Loulouka Stage 1 (historical) |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Bobbie (US-contract Perrigo and Dutch Heerlen) | Loulouka AG (Switzerland, discontinued 2024) |
| Origin | USA | Switzerland |
| Age range | 0-12 months | 0-6 months (Stage 1) |
| Regulation | FDA 21 CFR 107 | EU 2016/127, Swiss Bio, and EU 2018/848 organic |
| Organic certification | USDA Organic, Non-GMO Project, and Clean Label Project | EU Organic and Swiss Bio |
| Protein | Skimmed cow milk | Skimmed cow milk |
| Primary carbohydrate | Lactose | Lactose |
| Prebiotic | None | GOS |
| Probiotic | None | None |
| Folate form | Folic acid | Folic acid |
| Fat blend | Coconut, sunflower, rapeseed (no palm) | Coconut (primary), rapeseed, sunflower (no palm) |
| DHA source | Algal oil, ~13.4 mg/100 ml | Fish oil, ~14 mg/100 ml |
| Fat-blend notes | None | None |
| Typical US price (historical) | Was | |
| Current availability | Target, Amazon, Bobbie subscription | Discontinued, not available |
Visual generated with Napkin AI, editorial review by María López Botín. See methodology for our use policy.
What Loulouka offered (historical reference)
Loulouka Stage 1 was in their ingredients distinctive for three reasons:
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Coconut oil primary fat. Most EU organic Stage 1 formulas use palm-dominant blends (HiPP, Holle, Lebenswert, Löwenzahn). Loulouka used coconut oil as the primary fat, with rapeseed and sunflower supplementing, no palm oil at all. This was the rare palm-free option available through Organic's Best Shop pre-2024.
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GOS prebiotic. Loulouka added GOS (at EU-compliant levels) similar to HiPP's Combiotik approach, without adding a probiotic strain. This made it a middle-option between traditional Holle (minimal additives) and HiPP (prebiotic and probiotic).
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Price accessibility. At ~$41 per 900 g tin, Loulouka delivered a per-ounce price around $1.45, among the most affordable premium EU organic Stage 1 options parents could import.
Parents who chose Loulouka typically did so as an EU organic option with explicit palm-oil avoidance, at a price point below Kendamil Organic and close to Lebenswert.
Current alternatives: closest matches to Loulouka
For parents seeking a replacement that matches Loulouka's key features, four options cover different subsets:
1. Bobbie Original: for US-retail, no palm oil, and USDA Organic
Bobbie is the closest US-retail match. Coconut, sunflower, and rapeseed fat blend (no palm), USDA Organic certified, FDA-registered, next-day retail. What it doesn't match: GOS prebiotic (Bobbie adds none), EU Organic certification, price-per-ounce. Available at Target, Amazon, Bobbie direct subscription, Whole Foods.
2. Kendamil Classic Stage 1: for EU-origin and no palm oil
Kendamil Classic uses whole cow milk as primary fat source (preserving native MFGM) plus rapeseed and coconut oils, no palm oil. It's not organic (Kendamil Organic is, if that matters) but is FDA-registered and available at US Target and Amazon. See Bobbie vs Kendamil Classic for direct comparison.
3. Kendamil Organic Stage 1: for EU Organic, no palm oil, and HMO
The most feature-complete Loulouka replacement. EU Organic certified, no palm oil, whole-milk fat base, adds 2'-FL HMO and GOS. Available both via Organic's Best and US retail (Target, Amazon). More expensive than Loulouka was (~$1.90/oz) but closest on all compositional dimensions.
4. HiPP Dutch Stage 1: for EU Organic and bioactive depth (accepts palm oil)
If palm-oil avoidance isn't the primary driver, HiPP Dutch Stage 1 brings Combiotik (GOS and L. fermentum probiotic) and Metafolin folate at similar price and logistics profile as Loulouka was. Palm oil is included.
Regulatory framework
Bobbie Original complies with FDA 21 CFR Part 107 (pre-market notification, Part 106 quality control, FSMA mandatory recall authority). USDA Organic certification layered on top.
Loulouka Stage 1 complied with EU Regulation 2016/127 (infant formula, mandatory lactose predominance and DHA) plus EU Regulation 2018/848 (organic) plus Swiss Bio organic certification. Was not FDA- registered; families imported under enforcement discretion. The Loulouka AG company ceased infant formula production in 2024; the EU and Swiss organic certifications applied only while the product was in production.
Verdict: when Bobbie fits the Loulouka replacement role
Pick Bobbie Original if you chose Loulouka for:
- No palm oil formulation (Bobbie excludes palm olein)
- Organic certification (Bobbie has USDA Organic; Loulouka had EU Organic and Swiss Bio)
- FDA registration (Bobbie has it; Loulouka did not)
- Convenience of US retail (Bobbie has next-day at Target; Loulouka required EU import)
Pick Kendamil Organic instead if you chose Loulouka for:
- EU Organic certification specifically (Kendamil Organic has it)
- Bioactive additions (Kendamil Organic adds 2'-FL HMO and GOS)
- Price within European import tier ($1.90/oz vs Loulouka's historical $1.45/oz)
- Swiss / European farming heritage
Pick HiPP Dutch instead if you chose Loulouka for:
- Price point, EU Organic, and import logistics comfort
- Prebiotic inclusion (HiPP adds GOS and L. fermentum probiotic)
- Metafolin bioactive folate form
What you can't infer from this comparison
Neither is indicated for diagnosed cow milk protein allergy, see CMPA explained. Neither is reflux-specific. Neither is appropriate for preterm infants.
The Loulouka discontinuation may be reversed if the company resumes production, but no timeline has been published. Check Atlas changelog for any future re-availability updates.
Frequently asked questions
Why was Loulouka discontinued?
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Can I still buy Loulouka Stage 1 anywhere?
Is Bobbie Original a compositional equal to Loulouka?
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Should I switch my baby from remaining Loulouka stock to Bobbie now?
Will Loulouka come back to market?
Related reading
- Bobbie brand hub
- Loulouka brand hub, with discontinuation context
- Bobbie Original vs Kendamil Classic Stage 1, the no-palm-oil duel
- HiPP Dutch Stage 1 vs Bobbie Original, the other US organic vs EU flagship
- Switching between formula brands, for the Loulouka-to-replacement transition
- Palm oil in infant formula
- Atlas changelog: Loulouka re-availability tracking
- Loulouka Stage 1 vs Similac Pro-Advance - Swiss EU Organic No-Palm No-Soy vs US 2'-FL HMO Mainstream
Primary sources
- Bobbie, official US-market product information. hibobbie.com
- Loulouka Stage 1, historical product information (brand discontinued). myorganicformula.com
- USDA National Organic Program. ams.usda.gov
- EU Regulation 2016/127: Infant formula compositional requirements. eur-lex.europa.eu
This site provides research and comparisons, not medical advice. Consult your pediatrician before changing your baby's formula.