ISO 19213:2017 specifies mechanical test methods for characterizing cortical bone model materials for use as a standard model for performing mechanical tests for devices or instruments used in orthopaedic surgery, plastic surgery, neurosurgery, and oral and maxillofacial surgery.

The document specifies static mechanical test and properties. Dynamic and viscoelastic/poroelastic tests and properties are not included in the scope of ISO 19213:2017.