Exhibit 23.1

CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM

We hereby consent to the incorporation by reference in the Registration Statements on Form S-3 (No. 333-294350) and on Form S-8 (No. 333-150694, 333-166828, 333-188599, 333-223167, 333-271578 and 333-295724) of Albemarle Corporation of our report dated June 25, 2026 relating to the financial statements and supplemental schedule of Albemarle Corporation Retirement Savings Plan, which appears in this Form 11-K.

/s/ PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP

Charlotte, NC

June 25, 2026