Risks for ALBEMARLE CORP (ALB)

Our substantial international operations subject us to risks of doing business in foreign countries, which could adversely affect our business, financial condition and results of operations.

Our inability to secure key raw materials, or to pass through increases in costs and expenses for other raw materials and energy, on a timely basis or at all, could have an adverse effect on the margins of our products and our results of operations.

Competition within our industry may place downward pressure on the prices and margins of our products and may adversely affect our businesses and results of operations.

Our research and development efforts may not succeed in addressing changes in our customers’ needs, and our competitors may develop more effective or successful products.

Adverse conditions in the economy and volatility and disruption of financial markets can negatively impact our customers, suppliers and other business partners and therefore have a material adverse effect on our business and results of operations.