What was the name of the chemical that was dropped on Vietnam during the Vietnam war?

The chemical that was dropped on Vietnam during the Vietnam War was called Agent Orange. It was an herbicide and defoliant used by the United States military as part of its herbicidal warfare program. The objective was to destroy the dense jungle foliage, depriving the enemy of cover and exposing their hiding places. However, Agent Orange had devastating consequences, not only destroying vegetation but also causing numerous health issues and long-lasting environmental damage.