Esters cause allergic reactions due to one of their metabolites, known as:

A) an amide
B) para-amino benzoic acid (PABA)
C) methylparaben
D) benzocaine

B) para-amino benzoic acid (PABA)
Esters are associated with a higher incidence of allergic reactions because of one of their metabolites: para-amino benzoic acid (PABA).

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