Abstract: The slag-resistance and microstructural changes after the slag tests of MgAlON spinel containing different amount of nitrogen were studied by means of crucible slag-resistant experiment, SEM and EDS in the work. The results show that the slag-resistance of MgAlON is dependent on the nitrogen content, and the optimum amount is 2.88%. The structure is not changed although the grains have been permeated by some silicon, calcium and iron. A glass phase which contained nitrogen formed in the metamorphic layer. The glass can improve the ability of the slag-resistance of MgAlON because of its higher viscosity.