Bangladesh's #1 NSD Manufacturer

CLEANING
DONE RIGHT.
SINCE 1999.

ARC Surfactants is the largest non-soap detergent powder manufacturer in Bangladesh — trusted partner of Unilever Bangladesh Limited, makers of Surf Excel and RIN.

1999+

Est. Year

100%

Compliant Factory

ISO

22716 Certified

30M+

Lives Touched

Largest NSD Manufacturer in Bangladesh Surf Excel Partner RIN Manufacturer ISO 22716 Certified 100% Compliant Factory Unilever Bangladesh Trusted Partner Established 1999 Largest NSD Manufacturer in Bangladesh Surf Excel Partner RIN Manufacturer ISO 22716 Certified 100% Compliant Factory Unilever Bangladesh Trusted Partner Established 1999

Who We Are

POWERING
CLEAN ACROSS
BANGLADESH.

ARC Surfactants is the largest Non-Soap Detergent (NSD) powder manufacturer in Bangladesh, manufacturing exclusively for Unilever Bangladesh Limited.

We produce two of the country's most beloved detergent brands — Surf Excel and RIN — upholding the highest standards of quality, compliance and ethical manufacturing.

Our Products

TWO ICONIC
BRANDS.
ONE FACTORY.

All raw materials and packaging are supplied by Unilever Bangladesh Limited. We manufacture and deliver finished goods meeting Unilever's world-class quality standards.

01

SURF EXCEL

The nation's trusted stain expert. Surf Excel's advanced multi-enzyme formula powers through the toughest stains — from mud and grass to curry and oil — keeping fabrics vibrant and fresh wash after wash.

Advanced Stain Removal

02

RIN

Bangladesh's benchmark for brilliant whiteness. RIN's optical brightener technology penetrates deep into fabric fibres to restore and lock in the crisp, radiant white that families trust every single wash.

Whiteness Technology

About ARC Surfactants

BUILT ON
TRUST, QUALITY
& COMPLIANCE.

ARC Surfactants is the largest Non-Soap Detergent (NSD) powder manufacturer in Bangladesh. We manufacture exclusively for Unilever Bangladesh Limited — our one and only customer — producing finished goods that reach millions of homes across the nation.

All raw materials and packaging materials are supplied by our customer, Unilever Bangladesh Limited. We deliver finished goods back to them, operating as a precision manufacturing partner dedicated entirely to their quality standards.

ARC does not operate any self-owned brand. Our entire purpose is manufacturing excellence — producing Surf Excel and RIN to the highest specifications of Unilever's global quality framework.

Founded in 1999, ARC has grown into a company defined by ethical business, social responsibility, and an unwavering commitment to the wellbeing of our workers and surrounding communities.

Our Mission

To be the leading detergent manufacturer of high quality to the satisfaction of our customers through a range of effective manufacturing activities and timely delivery, while ensuring the wellbeing of our people in a safe and healthy work environment.

Our Vision

To be the first choice of our customers for manufacturing, and the first choice of employment for our employees — setting the standard for what world-class contract manufacturing looks like in Bangladesh.

Leadership

MESSAGE FROM
OUR CEO.

Raziq Zafar

Chief Executive Officer, ARC Surfactants Ltd.

Established in the year 1999, ARC Surfactants is a Bangladeshi business conglomerate covering a wide spectrum of business. ARCS has especially prospered expanding its reach and touching the lives of people — local arena being the preferred choice for detergent manufacturing for the local market.

It's a company of people who care about people and the community we serve. ARCS continues to have a proud history of doing business ethically and honourably, working to improve the quality of life and living, maintaining ethical behaviour, honesty and fair dealing. Our spirit of social responsibility exemplifies our spirit of caring.

We at ARCS are adapting and accepting the dynamic advancement of techniques for maintaining Unilever standard and quality control to meet our commitment to fulfil the reliability that customers need. Our programs are designed to accommodate the spirit of caring — we care for our environment, stakeholders, customers and investors, our host communities and our own people, as they are integral parts to our march ahead.

Safety & Compliance

ZERO COMPROMISE
ON SAFETY.

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Core Principle — Safety First

No job is so urgent that it cannot be done safely.

ARC Surfactants strictly maintains compliance requirements per Bangladesh Government rules and regulations for factory workers' safety, health, and hygiene.

100% compliant manufacturing company adhering to all national regulations
ISO 22716 Certified — internationally recognized quality management standard
Fire exits and sufficient fire protection systems on each floor of the factory
No under-age workers — all employees are above 18 years of age
Guaranteed minimum wages for all workers, no forced labour
Overtime is entirely voluntary, no compulsory extended hours
First aid facilities available in every department
Smoke-free factory premises with well-ventilated floors
Pure drinking water supply available throughout the facility
Regular monitoring of SHE (Safety, Health & Environment) KPIs

Our Certifications

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ISO 22716:2007Cosmetics — Good Manufacturing Practices

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Bangladesh Government CompliantFull factory compliance certification

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Unilever Approved ManufacturerMeeting global Unilever quality standards

SHE Commitment

We track and publicly report Safety, Health & Environment KPI performance annually, holding ourselves accountable to continuous improvement.

Our Safety System

HOW WE MANAGE SAFETY

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Risk Assessment

Systematic identification and evaluation of hazards before any task begins.

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Safe Work Procedures

Documented step-by-step guidelines that every worker follows for all critical tasks.

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Permit to Work

Formal authorisation system controlling high-risk activities across the facility.

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Emergency Preparedness

Comprehensive plans and trained response teams ready for any emergency scenario.

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Safety Culture & Values

Employee InvolvementEvery worker is an active participant in maintaining a safe workplace — safety is everyone's responsibility.
Reporting CultureWe actively encourage Near Miss, Hazard, and Safety Behaviour Observation (SBO) reporting without fear of blame.
Continuous ImprovementEvery report, drill, and incident review feeds back into making our systems stronger and safer.

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Emergency Preparedness

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Fire Safety SystemInstalled on every floor with regular inspection and maintenance

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First Aid ReadinessTrained first aiders and stocked kits in every department

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Evacuation PlansClear routes and assembly points mapped throughout the facility

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Regular DrillsScheduled practice drills keep every worker prepared and confident

Performance

ARC AT
A GLANCE.

A snapshot of our operations, growth trajectory and commitment to delivering volume and quality for Unilever Bangladesh Limited.

1999

Year Founded

100^%

Factory Compliance

2

Iconic Brands Produced

ISO

22716 Certified

5-Year Productivity Growth Trend

2022

2023

2024

2025

2026

Illustrative trend based on reported growth trajectory. Actual production figures (MT) available on request.

Our Products

THE BRANDS
BEHIND
CLEAN HOMES.

ARC manufactures two of Unilever Bangladesh's most trusted household brands. Every batch is produced to strict quality specifications under Unilever's global manufacturing standards.

01

SURF EXCEL

The nation's most trusted stain-fighting detergent. Surf Excel's advanced multi-enzyme formula is engineered to tackle the toughest everyday stains — from grass and mud to curry and oil — while keeping fabrics vibrant and fresh after every wash.

Manufactured by ARC to Unilever Bangladesh's exacting specifications, each batch of Surf Excel undergoes rigorous quality control checks before delivery.

Advanced Stain Removal

02

RIN

Bangladesh's benchmark for brilliant whiteness. RIN's patented optical brightener technology penetrates deep into fabric fibres, restoring and locking in the crisp, radiant whiteness that millions of families across the country have trusted for generations.

Produced under ISO 22716 certified conditions at ARC's state-of-the-art manufacturing facility, RIN consistently meets the gold standard of detergent quality.

Whiteness Technology

Partnership Model

UNILEVER BANGLADESH TRUSTED MANUFACTURER

ARC Surfactants operates as the exclusive manufacturing partner of Unilever Bangladesh Limited. Unilever supplies all raw materials and packaging materials; ARC manufactures to world-class specifications and delivers finished goods. This unique partnership model ensures complete quality control from raw material to finished product.

Join Our Team

BUILD YOUR
CAREER AT
ARC.

We are the first choice of employment for people seeking meaningful work in manufacturing excellence. At ARC, you join a team committed to ethical practices, worker wellbeing, and building Bangladesh's industrial future.

Guaranteed minimum wages
Safe, compliant work environment
ISO-standard facility
No forced labour ever
First aid in every dept.
Growth opportunities

Open Positions

Production Floor Supervisor

Manufacturing · Full Time

Open

Quality Control Analyst

QA / QC · Full Time

Open

Safety & Compliance Officer

SHE · Full Time

Open

Logistics Coordinator

Supply Chain · Full Time

Open

Don't see a fit? Send a speculative application — we're always looking for talent.

Get In Touch

LET'S TALK
BUSINESS.

Whether you are a potential business partner, a job seeker, a member of the press, or simply want to learn more about ARC Surfactants, we would love to hear from you.

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Factory Location

Dhaka, Bangladesh

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Website

www.arcsurfactants.com

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Business Partner

Unilever Bangladesh Limited

Career Applications

Submit your CV using the form. Our HR team reviews all applications and will reach out to suitable candidates.